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FV02 VXH

2002 Audi A3

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2015
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

147,572 mi
Last recorded147,572 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2014
Typical for 2002 Audi A397,904 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV02 VXH
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2014 147,572 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Nov 2013 136,432 miles

centre exhaust bracket broken

Fail 30 Nov 2013 136,432 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 1 Sep 2012 123,341 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

suspension light level bar broken on front

Pass 1 Sep 2012 123,341 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

suspension light level bar broken on front

Fail 23 Aug 2011 109,524 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 109,524 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Aug 2010 98,537 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2010 98,537 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Very slight play in NSF Track Rod

Pass 1 Sep 2009 82,585 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 76,338 miles

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

number plates beginning to delaminate but ok at present

Pass 16 Aug 2007 62,250 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 62,227 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Brake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2) DANGEROUS

Fail 10 Aug 2006 48,499 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Aug 2006 48,499 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A3?

Based on 7,415,025 MOT tests across 593,922 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
7,083
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
593,922
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 173,142
Stop lamp not working 65,421
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 58,420
Registration plate lamp not working 52,417
coil spring broken 45,761
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FV02 VXH is a 2002 Audi A3 in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2002 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 97,904 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Audi A3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 173,142 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV02 VXH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A3 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 24 years old, this Audi A3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FV02 VXH registered?

FV02 VXH is a 2002 Audi A3, first registered on 15 July 2002.

Is FV02 VXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV02 VXH shows 15 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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